There’s a magical vibe floating in the air after a sunset storm anywhere in Far West Texas, but especially in Big Bend. The clean desert air carries a sense of well-being that floats across heat-weary cactus, thirsty greasewood and windburned hikers.  And the mountains, so stoically rugged, blush furiously with rich colors they’ve kept under wraps all day. This painting, a small one to hold such vastness, is a window onto Big Bend’s softer side. Take a moment to stand alone in the desert and listen to the world catch its breath. (I did.)

This moment unfolded in Big Bend, where late afternoon storms are both blessing and spectacle. The rain had proved a gentle one that left us merely damp around the edges of our rain ponchos but left the air cool, the plants grateful, and the sky a tapestry of shifting light. I worked this pastel with the same patience the desert shows for rain, layering color until this landscape was alive and breathing. This is a small painting that invites you to pause, exhale, and embrace silent beauty.

Why bring “Twilight’s Embrace” home? Perhaps as a daily reminder that storms—literal or otherwise—can leave the world richer than before? Perhaps you need a piece of the desert southwest, one that glows with fleeting light you can almost smell, like rain on dust and hope in the air.

Framed and ready to hang, this original is perfect for a cozy nook, a contemplative corner, or anywhere you want a little magic with a Texas twang. The anti-reflective glass means you’ll see the art, not your own reflection—unless you’re standing there in the desert at sunset, in which case, do carry on! Let “Twilight’s Embrace” feed your spirit and bring a hush of desert wonder inside.

I’ve framed it under museum-grade, anti-reflective glass (because the only thing that should shine here is the art, not your reflection), and the elegantly finished sustainable wood frame keeps things honest, like the landscape. The framed artwork  measures 11" x 9" and is ready to hang wherever you need a little peace and a lot of color.

If you’re ready to bring a bit of Big Bend’s magic inside, this piece is quietly waiting for you.